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Entrepreneurial Spirit - Community ValuesWed, 21 Feb 2018 22:51:32 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=4.3.14https://mbchamber.mb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/cropped-favicon-32x32.pngThe Manitoba Chambers of Commercehttps://mbchamber.mb.ca
3232Chamber Network Focus on Building a Winning Gameplanhttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2018/02/chamber-network-focus-on-building-a-winning-gameplan/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2018/02/chamber-network-focus-on-building-a-winning-gameplan/#commentsMon, 05 Feb 2018 17:00:59 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51488As the Chamber network moves through 2018, it remains imperative that both the national and provincial message be consistent as we look to bring changes that will improve the business climate and the lives of Manitobans. With the policy development process underway, the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC) is seeing...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2018/01/federal-minister-provides-insight-on-critical-issues-facing-manitoba-business/feed/0New Look and Direction for Manitoba’s Voice of Businesshttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/12/new-look-and-direction-for-manitobas-voice-of-business/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/12/new-look-and-direction-for-manitobas-voice-of-business/#commentsWed, 06 Dec 2017 19:45:30 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51422Over the last five years, the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC) have undergone tremendous change and growth. From a renewed focus on policy development, multiple advocacy successes, to more profound engagement and strengthening from our 71 local Chambers, the foundation in which to build on the Chamber movement in our...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/12/new-look-and-direction-for-manitobas-voice-of-business/feed/0Hydro Chairman Paints Sobering Look at the Company’s Present and Futurehttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/12/hydro-chairman-paints-sobering-look-at-the-companys-present-and-future/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/12/hydro-chairman-paints-sobering-look-at-the-companys-present-and-future/#commentsFri, 01 Dec 2017 20:38:11 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51382The presentation provided to almost 300 guests at a special breakfast event by the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce offered meticulous detail on the current state of Manitoba Hydro, and some sobering prospects for its future. Hydro board chair Sanford Riley pulled few punches on how partisan political decisions and poor...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/12/hydro-chairman-paints-sobering-look-at-the-companys-present-and-future/feed/0Government Ministers Break Bread with Business Leaders at 2nd Annual Dinnerhttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/11/government-ministers-break-bread-with-business-leaders-at-2nd-annual-dinner/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/11/government-ministers-break-bread-with-business-leaders-at-2nd-annual-dinner/#commentsThu, 23 Nov 2017 17:07:09 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51377On the heels of their third throne speech, Manitoba’s cabinet ministers, legislative assistants, and other high ranking government officials met with business leaders from across the province for the 2nd Annual Ministers Dinner. Hosted by the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC), this year’s edition was met with increased interest following...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/11/government-ministers-break-bread-with-business-leaders-at-2nd-annual-dinner/feed/0Travel Manitoba Looks to Make Tourism’s Heartbeat Strongerhttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/11/travel-manitoba-looks-to-make-tourisms-heartbeat-stronger/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/11/travel-manitoba-looks-to-make-tourisms-heartbeat-stronger/#commentsTue, 14 Nov 2017 19:35:04 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51370In October 2013, Travel Manitoba was preparing to unveil a new marketing brand. At the time, their President and CEO Colin Ferguson addressed the first year of the MBiz Breakfast Series touting the new brand, the opportunities that exist within the industry, and the need for sustained investment in tourism...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/11/travel-manitoba-looks-to-make-tourisms-heartbeat-stronger/feed/0Special Manitoba Chambers of Commerce Member Offer for Blue Bomber West Semi Playoff game – Nov. 12 @ 3:30pmhttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/11/special-manitoba-chambers-of-commerce-member-offer-for-blue-bomber-west-semi-playoff-game-nov-12-330pm/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/11/special-manitoba-chambers-of-commerce-member-offer-for-blue-bomber-west-semi-playoff-game-nov-12-330pm/#commentsTue, 07 Nov 2017 13:50:07 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51349It’s time for the Blue Bombers to host the first home playoff game at Investors Group Field this Sunday, November 12 at 3:30 p.m. against the Edmonton Eskimos. The Big Blue only have less than a week to sell out Investors Group Field after our big win on Friday night....

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/11/special-manitoba-chambers-of-commerce-member-offer-for-blue-bomber-west-semi-playoff-game-nov-12-330pm/feed/0Business Takes Centre Stage at 34th Annual Awards Galahttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/business-takes-centre-stage-at-34th-annual-awards-gala/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/business-takes-centre-stage-at-34th-annual-awards-gala/#commentsMon, 30 Oct 2017 16:26:09 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51273On Friday, October 27, a record-breaking audience gathered to celebrate and recognize the best of Manitoba business at the 34th Annual Manitoba Business Awards Presented by Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries. The awards celebrate the diverse businesses that make up Manitoba`s growing sectors. With nominees representing all corners of the province,...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/business-takes-centre-stage-at-34th-annual-awards-gala/feed/0Look North Task Force Release Northern Economic Reporthttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/look-north-task-force-release-northern-economic-report/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/look-north-task-force-release-northern-economic-report/#commentsFri, 20 Oct 2017 13:53:07 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51238After nearly ten months of meetings, consultations, and gaining input from northern residents, a new report and action plan to help spur long-term economic development in Northern Manitoba is seeing the light of day. The province’s Look North initiative is an ongoing and in-depth process to engage Manitobans to create...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/look-north-task-force-release-northern-economic-report/feed/0Chamber Network Moving Full Steam Ahead to Oppose Federal Tax Changes – What You Need to Knowhttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/chamber-network-moving-full-steam-ahead-to-oppose-federal-tax-changes-what-you-need-to-know/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/chamber-network-moving-full-steam-ahead-to-oppose-federal-tax-changes-what-you-need-to-know/#commentsMon, 02 Oct 2017 13:58:21 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51206Coming out of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM (September 23-25), the big question from delegates was how to we (the Chamber network) continue to build push the federal government on their proposed tax changes. During his speech, and following, Finance Minister Bill Morneau did not exactly seem to understand...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/chamber-network-moving-full-steam-ahead-to-oppose-federal-tax-changes-what-you-need-to-know/feed/0Despite Short Consultation Period, Chamber Network Pushes Onwardhttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/despite-short-consultation-period-chamber-network-pushes-onward/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/despite-short-consultation-period-chamber-network-pushes-onward/#commentsMon, 02 Oct 2017 13:52:36 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51204Monday, October 2 is the end to the 75-day consultation period for Canadians to share their feelings on proposed tax changes by the federal government. The Chamber network has continuously asked Finance Minister Bill Morneau to extend the deadline to provide more time for discussions on the proposed tax reforms....

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/10/despite-short-consultation-period-chamber-network-pushes-onward/feed/0MCC Looks to Make Addition to Chamber Familyhttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/09/mcc-looks-to-make-addition-to-chamber-family/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/09/mcc-looks-to-make-addition-to-chamber-family/#commentsFri, 29 Sep 2017 16:22:00 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51196It doesn’t happen all the time, but we have an opening to fill in our office. The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC), “The Voice of Business” in Manitoba is looking for the right individual to join our team as our next Director of Member Relations. Our new Director will be...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/09/mcc-looks-to-make-addition-to-chamber-family/feed/0New Breakfast Season Launches with Red Tape Reduction Updatehttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/09/new-breakfast-season-launches-with-red-tape-reduction-update/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/09/new-breakfast-season-launches-with-red-tape-reduction-update/#commentsTue, 19 Sep 2017 19:37:37 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51162Tuesday, September 19 marked the start of a new season of the MBiz Breakfast Series Presented by 6P Marketing. To mark the start of the breakfast season, the Honourable Cameron Friesen, Minister of Finance, provided an update and announcement regarding the province’s work on reducing regulatory requirements government have in...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/08/proposed-federal-tax-changes-brings-chamber-network-together/feed/0Family Run and Legacy Companies Highlight Finalists for Manitoba Business Awardshttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/08/family-run-and-legacy-companies-highlight-finalists-for-manitoba-business-awards/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/08/family-run-and-legacy-companies-highlight-finalists-for-manitoba-business-awards/#commentsTue, 22 Aug 2017 13:32:05 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51116Returning for the 34th consecutive year, the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC) is pleased to announce the company finalists for the upcoming Manitoba Business Awards Presented by Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries. Established in 1983 to recognize and celebrate outstanding businesses and individual achievements by the Manitoba business community, each year...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/08/family-run-and-legacy-companies-highlight-finalists-for-manitoba-business-awards/feed/0Manitoba Chambers, Mayors and Reeves Challenge Manitoba Business To Do Their Parthttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/manitoba-chambers-mayors-and-reeves-challenge-manitoba-business-to-do-their-part/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/manitoba-chambers-mayors-and-reeves-challenge-manitoba-business-to-do-their-part/#commentsMon, 26 Jun 2017 19:48:24 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51097he South Basin Mayors and Reeves, leaders from nine communities on the shores of Lake Winnipeg are challenging the business community to do their part in protection our freshwater by participating in the Lake Friendly for Business Certification Program. Chuck Davidson, President & CEO of the Manitoba Chamber of Commerce...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/manitoba-chambers-mayors-and-reeves-challenge-manitoba-business-to-do-their-part/feed/0Looking North for Untapped Potential and Opportunitieshttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/looking-north-for-untapped-potential-and-opportunities/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/looking-north-for-untapped-potential-and-opportunities/#commentsThu, 22 Jun 2017 19:32:15 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51081Business, community, and political leaders from both urban and rural Manitoba met in Winnipeg for the last MBiz Breakfast of the season to discuss the future of the north. The Look North inspired breakfast brought people together to hear about, expand on, and learn more about government plan and the...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/looking-north-for-untapped-potential-and-opportunities/feed/0Manitoba Business Awards – Lieutenant Governor Awardshttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/manitoba-business-awards-lieutenant-governor-awards/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/manitoba-business-awards-lieutenant-governor-awards/#commentsThu, 15 Jun 2017 15:45:12 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51075The Lieutenant Governor Awards for Outstanding Contribution to the Community were established by the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce in 2001 to recognize the achievements of Manitoba’s most distinguished citizens and organizations. Its inductees have helped shape our province through their business success and commitment to excellence strengthening our Manitoba economy...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/manitoba-business-awards-lieutenant-governor-awards/feed/0MCC and MHA Urge Government to Help Churchillhttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/mcc-and-mha-urge-government-to-help-churchill/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/mcc-and-mha-urge-government-to-help-churchill/#commentsTue, 06 Jun 2017 16:45:22 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51071As the flooding situation in Churchill continues to impact residents and businesses, both the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC) and the Manitoba Hotel Association (MHA) are urging the Manitoba government to help local businesses facing the unanticipated rising freight costs. MCC and MHA are urging the Province of Manitoba to...

]]>https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/06/mcc-and-mha-urge-government-to-help-churchill/feed/0Manitoba’s Lone Minister in Ottawa Brings Message of Relationships to Chamber Audiencehttps://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/05/manitobas-lone-minister-in-ottawa-brings-message-of-relationships-to-chamber-audience/
https://mbchamber.mb.ca/2017/05/manitobas-lone-minister-in-ottawa-brings-message-of-relationships-to-chamber-audience/#commentsThu, 25 May 2017 19:03:05 +0000https://mbchamber.mb.ca/?p=51032The Honourable Jim Carr has a deep connection to the Manitoba business community. The foundation of these connections have built on the developing relationships and establishing personal connections with the men and women he comes into contact with. Many of the people he has built relationships with, including former National...